24 October 2011

Grab a stone, pray for Turkey...

Turkey is reeling and rescue attempts continue after the worst earthquake in decades hit the nation on Sunday afternoon. The BBC are reporting that 239 people have died and over a thousand have been injured. Sadly the death toll is expected to rise. Looking at the photos and videos of rescue and rubble online, it's hard not to be moved by such devastation.

How can we respond and pray for the people of Turkey at such a tragic time of crisis? Honestly, today I found it difficult to know where to begin. I spent a some time reading reports online and asking God how we should pray…

Here is the simple way the 24-7 team have come up with - why don't you join us?

Go and find a stone and keep it with you all day. When you see it think about the situation in Turkey and prayer for:

Strength and protection for the thousands of rescue workers and medics working to free and treat people still trapped in the rubble.

Comfort and our loving God to be with the families of those found dead or still awaiting news of loved ones.

The tens of thousands of people who slept outdoors in freezing temperatures last night. For the shelter and for the government to respond quickly and efficiently to protect and house those now homeless.

For God to protect the nation of Turkey from common after effects of earthquakes like water contamination and desease.

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Grab a stone, pray for Turkey...

Turkey is reeling and rescue attempts continue after the worst earthquake in decades hit the nation on Sunday afternoon. The BBC are reporting that 239 people have died and over a thousand have been injured. Sadly the death toll is expected to rise. Looking at the photos and videos of rescue and rubble online, it's hard not to be moved by such devastation.

How can we respond and pray for the people of Turkey at such a tragic time of crisis? Honestly, today I found it difficult to know where to begin. I spent a some time reading reports online and asking God how we should pray…

Here is the simple way the 24-7 team have come up with - why don't you join us?

Go and find a stone and keep it with you all day. When you see it think about the situation in Turkey and prayer for:

Strength and protection for the thousands of rescue workers and medics working to free and treat people still trapped in the rubble.

Comfort and our loving God to be with the families of those found dead or still awaiting news of loved ones.

The tens of thousands of people who slept outdoors in freezing temperatures last night. For the shelter and for the government to respond quickly and efficiently to protect and house those now homeless.

For God to protect the nation of Turkey from common after effects of earthquakes like water contamination and desease.